The confrontation happened after interim coach Lindsey Hunter’s first practice and unfolded within earshot of several Suns players in the locker room, sources said.

Jermaine O’Neal is obviously frustrated with the team. He came to Phoenix, hoping to resurrect his career there, especially since Phoenix has that renowned training and medical staff that has extended players’ careers. The cause of the confrontation is unclear. GM Lance Blanks had no comment, according to Wojnarowski.

As mentioned, the Suns seems to have a mismatch of players on the roster. They signed Goran Dragic, who is a pick-and-roll type of point guard. They acquired Wes Johnson, who has been a bust in his NBA career after he was picked 4th overall in the 2010 NBA Draft. Then they also acquired Michael Beasley, who was probably looked at as a number 1 option but Beasley has been known for his immaturity throughout his career.

And then there are the leftovers like Marcin Gortat and Jared Dudley. Some of the names mentioned are solid players but their skills are not a good fit and none of them have star potential. So it’s no surprise that the Phoenix Suns are last in the Western Conference at 13-28.